Clinical Scientist

Job Summary

The Clinical Scientist is a role on the LabConnect Scientific Affairs team, responsible for providing scientific and technical expertise in support of our customers and internal business units. Specializing in clinical and specialty testing, the Clinical Scientist reviews clinical protocols, develops analytical strategies, engages in scientific exchange, and conducts comprehensive data reviews.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Serves as a SME in clinical and specialty testing, providing guidance and consultation to internal and external customers.

Reviews clinical protocols to determine testing needs and develops the analytical strategy within a global laboratory network.

Supports global analytical harmonization initiatives including strategy guidance, data review, and expansion efforts.

Participates in relevant scientific exchange with sponsors, laboratories and internal LabConnect personnel.

Performs data review with respect to clinical data, harmonization trending, reference ranges, abnormal flagging and critical value reporting.

Partners with cross-functional teams within LabConnect to investigate client escalations or technical issues and provide acceptable solutions within expected timelines.

Supports scientific requests that come from various departments in the company including but not limited to Client Services and Business Development Operations.

Education and Experience

Bachelor's degree in life sciences or related health field discipline.

5 + years of relevant industry experience in central lab/clinical research, including at least 2 + years of relevant bench experience.

Medical Lab Scientist (MLS) Certification highly desired

Skills and Ability

Analytical and problem-solving skills with ability to come to conclusions and make clear concise recommendations based on scientific and technical information.

Ability to exercise independent judgment in review of protocols, testing strategy, and clinical objectives.

Ability to influence and provide strategic recommendations to clients and internal decision makers.

Sense of urgency to meet deadlines with ability to independently manage multiple projects and initiatives concurrently.

Familiarity with CLSI guidelines and the application of standards in a global central lab environment

Collaborative with excellent communication skills working with internal and external partners.

Strong organizational and time management skills

The ability to apply basic concepts of statistical analysis.

Handles detailed, complex concepts and problems, balances multiple tasks simultaneously, and makes rapid decisions as needed. Must display excellent analytical, reasoning, and problem-solving skills.

To perform this job successfully, an individual should have advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, word processing software, spreadsheet software, accounting software and database software.

Physical Demands: Remote/Hybrid

While performing the duties of this job, the occupant is regularly required to:

Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.

Prolonged use of computer and headphones for conference calls.

Communicate effectively via phone, video, and email.

Use hands and fingers to operate a computer and other office equipment.

Travel Requirements:   Minimal